AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoQuarantine & Biosecurity: New York’s DEC and Agriculture and Markets set up a laurel wilt quarantine district in Suffolk County towns after confirmation of the invasive plant disease, restricting movement of sassafras, spicebush woody material and untreated firewood. Trade & Exports: APEDA backed first air shipments of Karnataka mangoes (Neelam and Totapuri) to the Maldives and value-added makhana to Canada, with farmers reporting higher returns via value addition and new market access. Drought Response: Indonesia says it has tackled 294 drought hotspots by prioritizing irrigation and clean water, including groundwater mapping using isotope technology. Climate Stress on Farms: Assam faces one of its worst floods in years, with heavy monsoon rains, silt-laden rivers, deforestation and erosion blamed for widespread damage to farmland and livelihoods. Livestock & Policy: Northern Ireland’s agriculture minister faced questions after a court-ordered cattle euthanasia operation, with officials citing legal obligations and public disruption delays. Community & Learning: Oxford City FC partnered with Oxford City Farm to expand community education and hands-on food-and-farming activities. Agriculture Support Programs: Wisconsin opened dairy processor grant applications (up to $50,000) and warned homeowners to avoid “storm chasers” after severe weather repairs.
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